Construction Project Management, BSc (Hons)

The construction industry is experiencing robust growth, with projections from the Global Construction 2030 report indicating an 85% increase in output by 2030, positioning the UK as a leading market in Europe. Heriot-Watt University, ranked first in Scotland and third in the UK for Building in The Complete University Guide 2022, offers a construction project management course that equips students with essential knowledge, leadership, and management skills for delivering projects from inception to completion. The program emphasizes construction technology, including modules on valuation and procurement, supported by advanced facilities such as a light structures lab, virtual reality systems, and software like Autodesk Revit and Synchro 4D.Throughout the course, students engage in practical experiences: a Year 1 walking tour of Edinburgh's architecture, Year 2 hands-on projects at Constructionarium, Year 3 work placements via the CEMENT scheme with European field trips, and Year 4 collaborative design projects. The course is recognized by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).